10-48 You Are About to Be Divorced and Have Just

question 64

Essay

10-48. You are about to be divorced and have just read this chapter. Based on your reading, what plans or arrangements might you make to mitigate the negative effects of the divorce process?

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Definitions:

Basic Mistrust

A term associated with Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, referring to the first stage where infants learn whether or not they can trust the world based on their needs being met.

Basic Trust

A fundamental sense of trust in the world and others, often developed during infancy, that is seen as the foundation of healthy psychological development.

Responsive

Showing a positive and quick reaction to something, either emotionally or by taking action.

Sensitive

Easily affected by external conditions or stimuli.